NAOMH COLUMBA’S Paddy ‘Beag’ Gillespie was presented with a GAA President’s Award last night.
The colourful Paddy ‘Beag’ was presented with the award the President of the GAA, Aogán Ó Fearghaíl, in recognition of his work for the Association in the area of promotion of the Irish language.
The awards are made on a province and code basis and there are also Gaeilge and International Awards in addition to the presentation of the Annual Dermot Earley Family Award.
From 1970 onwards Paddy’s association with Naomh Columba also turned to off the field activities.
Between 1970 and 1996 Paddy was an active member of the club executive including serving as Chairman on seven occasions and secretary on four occasions, while also serving as assistant secretary on the Donegal County Board in 1988.
Paddy’s passion for the Irish language has always been evident within the club. He received a Diploma in Gaeilge from Ollscoil na hÉireann, Gaillimh in 2006 and is a local historian and a qualified tour guide.
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